Bergen, NY · Genesee County
Residential Informal Review Application
Town of Bergen property owners use this application to request an informal review of a residential property assessment and provide supporting information.
What this form is
This application lets a property owner request an informal review of a residential assessment by stating the requested assessment and explaining why it is sought. It asks for property details, information about the owner, and up to four comparable properties. Owners can also provide assessment corrections or repair evidence, such as photographs, a market analysis, a sales contract, or an appraisal.
Who needs it
A residential property owner seeking an informal review of an assessment can use this application to explain the request and provide comparisons or supporting evidence.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment, so the owner just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Residential Informal Review Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Property Information
Fill in the property details, preliminary and requested assessments, and the reason for your request.
- 3
Add Comparisons And Supporting Information
List up to four comparable properties and include any supporting materials relevant to your claim.
- 4
Sign And Submit
Sign and date the application, then submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Informal Review Application?
- No. The owner signs and dates this application without a notary. The form does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Residential Informal Review Application?
- The document does not give submission instructions or contact details. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the property’s identifying details, current and requested assessments, the reason for the request, and information about up to four comparable properties.
- What supporting information can I provide?
- The application suggests a recent Realtor market analysis with interior photos, property photographs, a sales contract or recent appraisal with photos, and other information supporting your claim.